Blog for Better Living
Supporting a Friend Through Significant Loss
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | April 9, 2021
The loss of a loved one is the most difficult life experience for many. A significant loss, such as a parent, a child, or partner, can be devastating. Losses that happen abruptly or prematurely can be even more devastating. A person grieving such losses may have difficulty coping with complicated emotions such as anger, sadness, […]
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From Resolution to Results: Your 2021 Fitness Goals
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | January 22, 2021
It’s that time of year again when the holidays have concluded, New Year’s excitement has worn off, and we face our New Year’s resolutions, the most common one is resolving to exercise more regularly. While you might still be on track with your goal now, you may struggle with having the same energy levels you […]
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Surviving the 2020 Presidential Election
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | October 30, 2020
The year 2020 marks one of the most challenging years in our recent history. Our country remains in a state of political unrest. Racial tensions remain high while Black, Indigenous, People of Color, (BIPOC) and White allies advocate for more equitable systems. COVID-19 continues to endanger the health and safety of many while ongoing unemployment […]
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Silence is No Longer an Option for the South Asian Community
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | August 14, 2020
#Breakingthestigma4nima may have appeared on your social media because of the untimely death of Nima Bhakta on July 24, 2020. Prior to her death, she wrote about the South Asian community’s lack of understanding about postpartum depression. Her story humanizes postpartum depression for the community, and I commend her family for their courage to publicize […]
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Caps Off to the Class of 2020!
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | May 29, 2020
A round of congratulations goes to the graduating college class of 2020! Besides achievement, a typical senior year is characterized by mixed feelings of anxiety and excitement as you approach life’s next chapter. However, the coronavirus pandemic created its own unique set of challenges for 2020 graduates. I can imagine distance learning and staying indoors […]
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When You’re Off the Clock but Can’t Punch Out
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | March 20, 2020
Not that long ago, the ultimate status symbol was one of leisure and relaxation but busyness in the office and social media posts constitute today’s most important status updates. While overworking can give a sense of recognition from others and impart some sense of importance for self, it might lead to deteriorating health effects and […]
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Have the Courage to Say No
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | December 20, 2019
Courage is the bravery to not allow our fears to be in the driver’s seat. Said another way, having courage is having the bravery to say “no” to the fears that would otherwise act as the driving force in our lives. Sitting with my clients each day reminds me that people sense what they need […]
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Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Kamaljit “Sonya” Virdi
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | July 12, 2019
I am so excited to join Therapy Changes and to have the opportunity to work with the clients we serve. I love being a psychologist, helping others, and feel so privileged to journey with clients as they navigate the most difficult chapters in their lives. As a South Asian American woman, I grew up in […]
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